Jerusalem. The methods of war used in Gaza have the characteristics of a genocide
stated yesterday a special committee of the United Nations (UN) in charge of investigating Israel’s practices during its offensive, while Human Rights Watch assured that the repeated evacuation orders in the strip constitute a forced transfer war crime
and of ethnic cleansing
in parts of the Palestinian territory.
In the report, which covers the period from the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israeli territory to July of this year, the committee highlighted the massive civilian losses and conditions imposed on Palestinians, intentionally endangering their lives
and pointed out the Israeli government for use hunger as a method of war
.
The document will be presented on Monday at the UN General Assembly in New York.
The United States criticized the committee’s conclusion. That is something we absolutely disagree with.
reacted the spokesperson for the State Department, Vedant Patel. We believe that these types of phrases and those types of accusations are certainly unfounded.
.
In February of this year, Israeli forces used more than 25 thousand tons of explosives throughout the strip, the equivalent of two nuclear bombs
indicates the report, which seems to allude to the impact of the bomb dropped by the United States on Hiroshima during World War II.
The military campaign in Tel Aviv has already left 43,736 dead in the enclave, according to Palestinian authorities.
Meanwhile, “Human Rights Watch (HRW) has accumulated evidence that Israeli authorities are committing the war crime of ‘forced transfer’,” states the 172-page document based on interviews with displaced Gazans, satellite images and reporting. public carried out until August 2024, said Nadia Hardman, researcher at HRW, an organization that added that Israeli actions appear to fit the definition of ethnic cleansing
in areas where Palestinians will not be able to return.
The body that monitors respect for human rights in the world stated that there was no no plausible imperative military reason
to justify the mass displacement of 90 percent of Gaza’s population of 2 million people, with many individuals forced several times in the 13 months since the current campaign began to leave their place of residence or refuge.
Jerusalem, under threat
In this context, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) published on the social network Israel must immediately end its illegal plans to evict an entire Palestinian neighborhood in the heart of Jerusalem
when referring to the Al Bustan community center. Three Palestinians, including a child and a pregnant woman, were displaced, bringing to 68 the number of people in that town in that situation since January 2024.
Another hundred structures, housing at least 1,500 Palestinians, are under imminent threat of demolition as Israeli troops move forward with a plan to replace the neighborhood with a new settlement. This measure is designed to lead to the forced transfer of the entire community
stated the OHCHR.
In the field of war, Tel Aviv’s attacks continued on Gaza, Lebanon and Syria, with a death toll of at least fifty. The authorities of the strip, a Palestinian territory, reported 25 dead and 112 injured in at least three killings
committed in the 24 hours prior to the report.
In Lebanon, Israel again attacked the southern suburbs of Beirut, carrying out at least four airstrikes, Al Jazeera reported, and in the Baalbek region, a bombing on a two-story building left nine dead and five wounded.
The US ambassador to Lebanon presented the speaker of the Lebanese Parliament, Nabih Berri, with a draft proposal for a truce between Hezbollah and Israel, two political sources told Reuters.
In Syria, Israel carried out two air offensives against the Mazzeh neighborhood in Damascus and the suburb of Qudsaya, resulting in the deaths of 20 people, the Sana agency reported.
Bernie Sanders urges US to stop arms sales
The war in Gaza has been carried out almost entirely with American weapons and 18 billion taxpayer dollars. We cannot continue to be complicit in this war by providing more military aid and weapons to the government of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Congress must act to block these arms sales
said the Democratic senator from Vermont, Bernie Sanders, on the social network
Meanwhile, Israeli authorities completed the demolition of a village in their territory after years of struggle by members of the country’s Bedouin Arab minority against relocation plans.
Three members of the town council were arrested before the demolition began, said Nati Yefet, the spokesman for the Regional Council for Unrecognized Peoples in the Negev.
Israel’s Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben-Gvir, celebrated the measure, and published on the social network X that demolition orders have increased 400 percent so far this year.
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**How does the framing of the conflict in the introduction, as “evolving” and requiring “insight and diverse perspectives,” align with or contradict potential power asymmetries between Israel and Palestine in the broader geopolitical context?**
## World Today News Interview: The Situation in Gaza and the Middle East
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Today we’re discussing the evolving situation in Gaza and the broader Middle East. To provide insight and diverse perspectives on this complex topic, we’re joined by [Guest 1 Name], [Guest 1 Credentials/Background], and [Guest 2 Name], [Guest 2 Credentials/Background].
**Section 1: Allegations of War Crimes in Gaza**:
* **Host:** The UN has issued a strongly worded report accusing Israel of practices consistent with genocide in Gaza. We’ve also heard accusations of “forced transfer” and “ethnic cleansing” from Human Rights Watch regarding the displacement of Palestinians. Guest 1, can you elaborate on the specifics of these allegations and the evidence supporting them?
* **Guest 1:** [Response focusing on specific allegations, evidence presented, and their implications.]
* **Host:** Guest 2, how do you respond to these allegations? Do you believe they are justified, and what are the implications of such accusations for the broader peace process?
* **Guest 2:** [Response addressing the allegations, providing alternative perspectives, and discussing implications for peace.]
* **Host:** Both guests, we’ve seen significant civilian casualties reported in Gaza. How do we balance the imperative of protecting civilians during conflict with the legitimate security concerns of any nation?
* **[Open discussion between Guest 1 and Guest 2, exploring the ethical complexities of warfare while considering both Palestinian and Israeli perspectives.]**
**Section 2: Regional Implications and International Response:**
* **Host:** Guest 1, the conflict in Gaza has spilled over into Lebanon and Syria, resulting in additional casualties. What are the broader implications of this escalation for regional stability?
* **Guest 1:** [Response analyzing the spread of conflict, exploring potential for further escalation, and discussing regional power dynamics.]
* **Host:** Guest 2, the United States has expressed disagreement with the UN committee’s findings, but also proposed a truce between Hezbollah and Israel. What role should the international community play in mediating this conflict, and what are your expectations regarding the effectiveness of these interventions?
* **Guest 2:** [Response addressing the role of international actors, analyzing US policy in the region, and discussing potential solutions and challenges for peace.]
**Section 3: The Humanitarian Crisis and Calls for Accountability:**
* **Host:** With the ongoing crisis, the humanitarian situation in Gaza is becoming increasingly dire. The UN has warned of food and water shortages, while many Palestinians have been displaced multiple times. Guest 1, what are the most pressing humanitarian concerns right now, and what immediate actions need to be taken to alleviate suffering?
* **Guest 1:** [Response outlining the most urgent humanitarian needs in Gaza, proposing specific solutions, and discussing the role of international aid.]
* **Host:** Guest 2, Senator Bernie Sanders has called for a halt to US arms sales to Israel, arguing that they are fueling the conflict. What are your thoughts on this proposal, and what other measures could be taken to ensure accountability and prevent future violence?
* **Guest 2:** [Response addressing the arms sales debate, discussing the merits of sanctions and other pressure tactics, and proposing solutions to address the root causes of the conflict.]
**Conclusion:**
This has been a complex and emotionally charged discussion. We thank our guests, [Guest 1 Name] and [Guest 2 Name], for their insights and willingness to engage in this important conversation. The situation in Gaza and the Middle East continues to evolve rapidly, and we encourage our viewers to stay informed and engaged with this critical issue.
Remember to check out our website and social media channels for continued coverage and analysis of this situation.
